Jada Pinkett Smith shares empowering conversation with Queen Latifah regarding appearance struggles

Chris Rock has been keeping a low profile following the much-watched Oscars altercation between himself and Will Smith back in March.MORE: Chris Rock makes huge career announcement amid Oscars altercationBut this weekend, the star appeared in an emotional new tribute to the late actor Bob Saget.Chris was one of the many stars who featured in the show, Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute, which aired on Netflix on June 10.VIDEO: Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at the OscarsWhile it was a celebration of Bob's life, it was also emotional, as the star alongside other comics including Jim Carrey, Jeff Ross and Bob's Full House co-star John Stamos all remembered the actor.MORE: Jada Pinkett Smith criticized for 'self-righteous' remarks about Will Smith's Oscars slapMORE: Chris Rock speaks about bruises following Will Smith slap Bob's wife Kelly Rizzo helped launch the tribute, after being encouraged by Jim to "keep it short".While Chris kept the program light-hearted with memorable quips, including saying: "I think it’s sad that (he) had to die to get Jim Carrey back on stage. If this is the only way we gonna see you perform, I'm gonna kill Eddie Murphy next week," other comments were heartbreaking.

"Saturday Night Live" star Michael Che backed Chris Rock's decision to jump back into performing stand-up comedy following the infamous Oscars moment. Che admitted he was "annoyed" after Will Smith slapped Rock onstage during the 2022 Oscars ceremony.  The comedian noted that Rock was expected to give out the award after being slapped. "One of the things that annoyed me was when it was happening people were like ‘Oh well now he’s selling tickets,'" Che told Howard Stern.

Queen Latifa opened up about falling into the "obesity" category according to her personal trainer in a candid conversation on Jada Pinkett Smith's Red Table Talk.MORE: Jada Pinkett Smith reveals big news regarding Red Table TalkThe star revealed she is "on a mission right now to change the stigma associated with obesity," after getting "p****d off" when celebrity trainer Janette Jenkins told her "you fall into this category of obesity."WATCH: Queen Latifa opens up about 'obesity' diagnosis Janette explained Queen was "30% over where she should be" after doing a BMI test.SEE: Jada Pinkett Smith discusses difficult topic in latest episode of Red Table TalkREAD: Jada Pinkett Smith teases emotional and eye-opening Red Table TalkThe 52-year-old jested: "I'm just thick" to hosts, Jada, Willow Smith and Adrienne Banfield Norris.A post shared by Jada Pinkett Smith (@jadapinkettsmith)Queen looked incredible on the showBut did add: "I didn't see myself that way, but that's the problem… because that word brings a connotation with it, and the connotation is the problem."The group also discussed how outdated the BMI testing is, as well as the racial prejudices behind them. Jada explained: "Weight prejudice is the last remaining socially acceptable bias."During the conversation Queen Latfia discussed her "It's bigger than me campaign" which hopes to eradicate the shame attached to weight and educate people to help "change the conversation." Jada and Queen have a long history of friendshipShe said: "I didn’t connect with this 'obese' word as applied to me.

Rock was slapped by Will Smith in the middle of an Oscars comedy bit and an angry fan launched at Dave Chappelle during a comedy show at the Hollywood Bowl earlier this year. News broke this week that Dave Chappelle is teaming up with Chris Rock for a show at the London-based O2 theater. The show won’t go down until September 3, but tickets will go on sale much sooner, with Ticketmaster noting a pre-sale for tickets started on June 9th and the full general sale starts on June 10.

Daily Lowdown from HELLO! In today's episode, we're discussing Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle’s new special, and the Foo Fighters tribute concerts. MORE: The Daily Lowdown: Justin Bieber left heartbroken after cancelling tourNot only that, but we are saying a huge congrats to the Striclty star, and Ewan McGregor talks working with his daughter. Tune into the latest episode of The Daily Lowdown below. . . Here’s the transcript for today’s episodeA huge congratulations is in order to Strictly Come Dancing pro Karen Hauer, who tied the knot with her partner Jordan Wyn-Jones in an intimate ceremony in Hampshire earlier this week.

Chris Rock has finally broken his silence, days after it was revealed that he and fellow comedian Dave Chappelle would be uniting for a joint show in London later this year.MORE: Chris Rock makes huge career announcement after Will Smith Oscars altercationTaking to his Instagram, the star confirmed the exciting news himself, sharing a promotional poster for the shows.WATCH: Will Smith assaults Chris Rock at 2022 Oscars"Dave Chapelle, Chris Rock, 3 & 4 September, The O2 Arena, London," the yellow and black poster reads.READ: Jada Pinkett Smith criticized for 'self-righteous' remarks about Will Smith's Oscars slapRELATED: Chris Rock speaks about bruises following Will Smith slap Captioning it, Chris added: "This is really happening."A post shared by Chris Rock (@chrisrock)Chris Rock shared a post featuring the poster of his and Dave Chapelle's upcoming showChris, who earlier this year was struck on stage at the Oscars by Will Smith, was inundated with messages of support from friends and fans.Fellow comedian Ali Wong simply shared a praising emoji, whilst Busta Rhymes shared several head blown emojis.A follower added: "This is going to be amazing … so want to go," whilst another remarked: "Turn the O2 into the O3."One couldn't help but joke: "Gonna need the avengers to guard this stage." Chris and Dave have been friends for yearsAt the Oscars in March, Chris was slapped across the face by Will after he made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's shaved head, seemingly unaware that she suffers from alopecia.In May, Dave was performing as part of the Netflix Is A Joke Festival at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles when he was "tackled" by a man who rushed onto the stage.Chris and Dave's announcement comes after they each joked

Jada Pinkett-Smith‘s recent comments on Will Smith‘s actions at March’s Oscars ceremony, when he slapped comedian and host Chris Rock on stage.Pinkett-Smith broke her silence on her husband’s behaviour on an episode of her Facebook series Red Table Talk last week (June 1), sharing her hope that “these two intelligent, capable men [Smith and Rock] have an opportunity to heal, talk this out and reconcile”.Speaking on The Wendy Williams Show the following day, Fox – known for her roles in Independence Day and Kill Bill, among others – was asked what she thought of the statement by guest co-hosts Fox and Carson Kressley.“This is going to be difficult for me,” she said. “These are my peers.

Will Smith has had a challenging couple of months following his Oscars outburst, but the star finally has a reason to smile - thanks to his family. While the King Richard actor remains silent on social media, he'll be beaming at his brother, Harry's news. MORE: Willow Smith's extreme appearance sparks reaction from fansHe revealed that Will's nephew, Langston, had reached an education milestone and Harry was now the proud father of a 6th grader. WATCH: Will Smith and Jada Pinkett's marriage Alongside a photo of the father-son duo, who were clutching the culmination certificate, he wrote: "So, it's OFFICIAL!!! I have a 6th grader.  #middleschool #culmination #prouddad #blessed."Harry was bombarded with love and congratulatory messages.

Selome Hailu Jabari Banks is leaning into the comparisons to Will Smith.The 23-year-old stars as Will in Peacock’s “Bel-Air,” which reimagines Smith’s famed ’90s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” as a drama, but he began modeling his career goals after Smith’s long before the project’s conception.“It’s cosmic. I don’t know how to explain it,” he says of the uncanny similarities among his story, Smith’s and the fictionalized Will’s. For example, there’s the last name Banks, which he shares with Will’s aunt, uncle and cousins in the show, as well as their shared Philadelphia upbringing.There’s also the breadth of both Banks’ and Smith’s artistry.

Vivica A Fox did not mince words when she talked about Jada Pinkett Smith's brief comments about Will Smith's Oscars slap during her recent Red Table Talk appearance.Fox was guest hosting The Wendy Williams Show on Thursday when she said she feels that the actress - whom she worked with on the 1996 film Set It Off - did not take 'accountability' for Will's assault on comedian Chris Rock.The actress went on to say she didn't think it was just Will who needed to be held accountable for what happened, but Jada as well. Brutal honesty:Vivica A.

Figuring it out. Chris Rock isn’t responding to Jada Pinkett Smith’s pleas to reconcile with Will Smith on her Facebook show Red Table Talk. According to an insider who spoke to ET on June 6, 2022, the SNL comedian doesn’t want to deal with the Smiths amid his comedy tour.

Jada Pinkett Smith has broken her silence on the Oscars outburst that shook the world of showbiz when she was made fun of for being bald.The American actress has addressed Chris Rock's controversial Oscars comment after her husband Will Smith's unexpected outburst on stage.Breaking her silence for the first time, Jade opened up during an episode of the Red Table Talk podcast where she seemed calm and forgiving of the situation.The popular podcast sees Jada with her daughter Willow, and her mother Adrienne Banfield-Norris, discuss a wide variety of topics.Lifting the lid on her first-hand experience on the devastating effects of alopecia, Jada spoke candidly about the incident between her husband and Chris Rock – that rocked the world.Speaking during the episode, Jada said: "This is a really important 'Red Table Talk' about alopecia."Considering what I've been through with my health and what happened to me at the Oscars thousands of people have reached out to me about their stories."She went on to recall the event, writing: "Now, about Oscar night … my deepest hope is that these two intelligent, capable men have an opportunity to heal, talk this out and reconcile. "The state of the world today, we need them both and we all actually need one another more than ever."Jada added: "Til then, Will and I are continuing to do what we have done for the last 28 years and that's to keep figuring out this thing called life together."Earlier this year back in March during the coveted Oscars ceremony, host and comedian Chris Rock made a snide jibe about the movie G.I.

Related: Jada Pinkett Smith: actor and wife of Will Smith has long been in line of fire Smith slapped Rock on stage in March after the comedian joked, “Jada, I love you. ‘GI Jane 2,’ can’t wait to see it” , in reference to Pinkett Smith’s closely shaved head, similar to that of Demi Moore in the 1997 movie.

Will Smith's infamous slap is back in the headlines after Jada Pinkett Smith addressed the incident on a new episode of. However, it seems Chris Rock isn't paying any mind to Jada's latest remarks.A source tells ET that Chris is paying no attention to Jada's «plea» to have Will and Chris reconcile.«He's not concerned with the Smiths at the moment,» the source says.

Willow Smith has been inundated with support on social media after sharing a tearful picture on Instagram.MORE: Willow Smith's extreme appearance sparks reaction from fansThe daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith posted a close-up picture of her face with tears running down her cheeks.Comments quickly came in with many checking in on the singer. "Don't cry," one wrote, while another remarked: "Hope you are okay." A third added: "This makes me sad."VIDEO: Inside Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith's marriageThe post follows shortly after Willow's mom Jada opened up about her husband's Oscars altercation with Chris Rock.MORE: Willow Smith sizzles in micro sweater and mini skirt in revealing new photoMORE: Will Smith's daughter Willow reveals major change to her bodySpeaking out on her show, Red Table Talk, Jada said: "About Oscar night.

Vivica A Fox did not mince words when she talked about Jada Pinkett Smith's brief comments about Will Smith's Oscars slap during her recent Red Table Talk appearance.Fox was guest hosting The Wendy Williams Show on Thursday when she said she feels that the actress - whom she worked with on the 1996 film Set It Off - did not take 'accountability' for Will's assault on comedian Chris Rock.The actress went on to say she didn't think it was just Will who needed to be held accountable for what happened, but Jada as well. Brutal honesty:Vivica A.

Vivica A Fox did not mince words when she talked about Jada Pinkett Smith's brief comments about Will Smith's Oscars slap during her recent Red Table Talk appearance.Fox was guest hosting The Wendy Williams Show on Thursday when she said she feels that the actress - whom she worked with on the 1996 film Set It Off - did not take 'accountability' for Will's assault on comedian Chris Rock.The actress went on to say she didn't think it was just Will who needed to be held accountable for what happened, but Jada as well. Brutal honesty:Vivica A.

Giving her opinion. After Jada Pinkett Smith addressed Will Smith and Chris Rock’s infamous 2022 Oscars scandal, Vivica A. Fox questioned the actress for her “cold” response.

Jada Pinkett Smith finally addressed her husband Will Smith’s controversial Oscars slap on Wednesday, but Vivica A. Fox has a MAJOR problem with her comments!

Jennifer Lopez will be honored for her film and television achievements at the MTV Movie & TV Awards.The network announced that Lopez will receive the generation award on Sunday at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California with Vanessa Hudgens as host.The award celebrates actors whose diverse contributions in both film and television have turned them into household names.Scroll down for list of nominations... Go JLO!Jennifer Lopez will be honored for her film and television achievements at the MTV Movie & TV AwardsPrevious recipients include Scarlett Johansson, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Tom Cruise, Sandra Bullock, Robert Downey Jr, Chris Pratt, Will Smith and Reese Witherspoon.

Jada Pinkett Smith has come under fire from former co-star Vivica A. Fox for her "self-righteous" remarks regarding Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at this year's Oscars.MORE: Jada Pinkett-Smith makes 'terrified' parenting revelation as daughter Willow comforts herThe Kill Bill actress fought back tears as she claimed Jada took "no accountability" for her part in the incident when she finally addressed the altercation on her Red Table Talk show on Wednesday.WATCH: Will Smith slaps Chris Rock after Jada Pinkett Smith jokeDuring the episode, Jada said: "About Oscar night. My deepest hope is that these two intelligent, capable men have an opportunity to heal, talk this out and reconcile."Appearing on Thursday's The Wendy Williams Show, Vivica said: "This is going to be difficult for me.